Sandbags – What you need to know

Sandbags are easy to use and efficiently redirect storm and debris flows away from structures, and their use isn’t limited to just El Niño storm seasons.

The time is now to pick-up, fill and place sandbags before they are needed during storms. Los Angeles County provides free sandbags to help protect homes and businesses from flooding. Here are helpful tips how to find a convenient sandbags locations near you, how to safely fill and how to effectively place sandbags for maximum protection.